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By the People, for the People
Iowa State Men's Basketball Gains 5 Transfers
New faces join the Cyclones for the 2026-27 season
Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:03am
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The influx of talented transfers injects new energy and potential into the Iowa State men's basketball program.Clarksburg TodayThe 2026-27 Iowa State men's basketball team will feature five new transfer players: Leon Bond III, Tre Singleton, Taj Manning, Jaquan Johnson, and Ryan Prather Jr. The transfers bring a mix of defensive prowess, Big 12 experience, and scoring punch to bolster the Cyclones' roster for the upcoming season.
Why it matters
Rebuilding through the transfer portal has become a common strategy in college basketball, and Iowa State is looking to leverage this approach to reload their roster and compete in the Big 12 Conference. These five transfers are expected to play key roles and provide an immediate impact for the Cyclones.
The details
Leon Bond III, a 6-foot-5 junior, is a versatile perimeter defender who spent two seasons at Northern Iowa. Taj Manning, a 6-foot-7 forward, comes to Iowa State after four years at Kansas State, including a redshirt season during the team's 2022-23 Elite Eight run. Jaquan Johnson, a 5-foot-11 guard, is the reigning Missouri Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Year, known for his lockdown defense and scoring ability. Tre Singleton, a 6-foot-8 forward, started 31 of 34 games last season at his previous school. Ryan Prather Jr., a 6-foot-5 guard, is coming off a breakout redshirt junior campaign at Robert Morris, where he showcased his perimeter shooting and all-around offensive game.
- The five transfers announced their commitments to Iowa State over the weekend of April 13, 2026.
The players
Leon Bond III
A 6-foot-5 junior transfer from Northern Iowa, known for his defensive prowess and versatility on the perimeter.
Taj Manning
A 6-foot-7 forward who spent four years at Kansas State, including a redshirt season during the team's 2022-23 Elite Eight run.
Jaquan Johnson
A 5-foot-11 guard who was the reigning Missouri Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Year at Bradley, known for his lockdown defense and scoring ability.
Tre Singleton
A 6-foot-8, 215-pound forward who started 31 of 34 games at his previous school last season.
Ryan Prather Jr.
A 6-foot-5, 205-pound guard from Clarksburg, Maryland, who is coming off a breakout redshirt junior campaign at Robert Morris, showcasing his perimeter shooting and all-around offensive game.
What they’re saying
“We're excited to welcome this talented group of transfers to our program. They each bring unique skills and experiences that will help us continue to build a championship-caliber team.”
— T.J. Otzelberger, Head Coach, Iowa State Men's Basketball
What’s next
The new transfers will join the returning Cyclones players as they begin offseason workouts and prepare for the 2026-27 season.
The takeaway
Iowa State's aggressive pursuit of high-impact transfers demonstrates their commitment to quickly reloading their roster and competing at the top of the Big 12 Conference. The addition of these five players with diverse skill sets and experience levels should provide a significant boost to the Cyclones' lineup for the upcoming season.
